Exceptional GCSE results for the class of 2025

Posted: 21st August 2025

Burgess Hill Girls are proudly celebrating again this week, this time with an outstanding set of GCSE results. Students, parents and staff gathered in the school’s Rose Garden to share in the excitement, with an atmosphere full of joy, pride and mutual support.

The results reflect the hard work, dedication and resilience of our students, supported every step of the way by our inspiring teachers. We want to congratulate every single one of our girls for their incredible achievements and wish them every success as they begin the next chapter of their educational journeys.

Headline Achievements

  • 50% of all entries graded 9 or 8

  • 25% of all entries graded 9.

  • Over 69% of all entries graded 9–7.

  • 56% of the cohort achieved at least seven or more grades 9–7.

  • Six students attained straight 8s and 9s – congratulations to Annabelle G, Justin C, Martha D, Jackie L, Evie S and Tracey Y.

  • Nine students gained 100% grades 9–7 – congratulations to Maria B, Ella B, Martha C, Camilla H-L, Alicia H, Olivia J, Amelie K, Letitia L and Xanthe M.

  • 94% of students completing the Higher Project Qualification (HPQ) were awarded grade A.

  • Students sat on average 10 GCSEs each.

Student Success Stories

High-achieving students are already looking forward to the challenges and opportunities of Sixth Form.

  • Annabelle G, who achieved 9 grade 9s and 2 grade 8s, said:

“I’m thrilled that all the hard work I put in has paid off. Now, I’m excited to start in the Sixth Form where I know I’ll continue to benefit from the amazing teachers and the support I’ve always received here. I’m keen to pursue a career in STEM, so I’m looking forward to studying A level Maths, Biology, Chemistry and Physics.”

  • Justin C, who achieved 8 grade 9s and 4 grade 8s, is also pursuing a STEM programme in the Sixth Form and said:

“I’m very happy with my results and I’m thankful for all the support I got from my teachers and I’m excited to start studying my A levels in Maths, Biology, Chemistry and Physics.”

A Word from the Head, Mrs Heather Cavanagh

“I am immensely proud of all our students. These results reflect their talent, hard work and commitment, as well as the outstanding support they receive from their teachers and peers. For a largely non-selective cohort, these outcomes are exceptional and demonstrate that every girl here is empowered to achieve her very best.”